2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1958 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1958 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 95 kg more than 1958 Morris Cowley. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Morris Cowley is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Morris Cowley. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mini Cooper | 1958 Morris Cowley | |
Make | Mini | Morris |
Model | Cooper | Cowley |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |